Regional Health Integration and Cooperation in the Philippines

Valerie Gilbert T. Ulep and Lyle Daryll D. Casas

No DP 2021-16, Discussion Papers from Philippine Institute for Development Studies

Abstract: This paper has two objectives: (1) assess the health sector performance of the Philippines relative to other ASEAN member states and (2) assess regional health integration and cooperation in the Philippines and identify challenges and opportunities. The Philippines is lagging in critical health outcome and access indicators in the region. This is a reflection of the long-standing challenges in terms of health financing, health service delivery, governance, and health human resources. Health integration and cooperation could be instrumental in achieving health system goals. While the country has made significant stride in facilitating regional integration and cooperation in recent years, challenges related to regulations, infrastructure, and implementation remain. Comments to this paper are welcome within 60 days from date of posting. Email publications@mail.pids.gov.ph.

Keywords: regional integration; cooperation; ASEAN; Philippines (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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